Wicklow Way

The Wicklow Way stands as one of Ireland's most renowned and beloved walking trails. Spanning 127 kilometres through the stunning Wicklow Mountains, this trail commences in Clonegal, County Carlow, and guides hikers through lush pastures, serene forests, and picturesque mountain landscapes. Beginning not far from the Irish capital, Dublin, it also passes by numerous cultural landmarks, including the Glendalough Monastery, Black Castle, and the Powerscourt Estate.

As Ireland's oldest long-distance hiking trail, the Wicklow Way immerses you in the rich history of the country. Your journey commences amidst the verdant hills of Carlow and leads you to Marlay Park in the southern part of Dublin. Along the way, you'll be warmly greeted by friendly hosts, find traditional Irish music in the pubs, and start your day with a hearty Irish breakfast. The hiking tours take you through scenic paths within the Wicklow Mountain National Park, a small natural paradise near the Irish coast.

On clear days, your gaze can stretch across the sea to the shores of Great Britain. The Wicklow Way is a remarkable long-distance hiking trail, offering an up-close experience of the beauty and culture of Ireland.

Details about walking holidays on Ireland's Wicklow Way

On the way on the green hills of Carlow, step by step through Marlay Park in the south of Dublin and on and on across the Emerald Isle: the Wicklow Way shows you the scenic beauty of Ireland in all its diversity. Typical bed and breakfasts sweeten the start of your next walking day with a hot cup of tea, scones and plenty of butter. In the evening, live bands play in the pubs and the tart flavours of Guinness round off the holiday day.

For seven days, you will experience the diverse landscape of Ireland from Clonegal to Dublin, the vibrant capital city of the Emerald Isle.

The highlights of the Wicklow Way walking holiday at a glance:

• Wild Valley of Glenmalure: Irish rebels once sought refuge here during the rebellion. An old trading post and ruins in the valley still remind us of this time.

• Highest vantage points: Fancy spectacular views and unforgettable vistas? From the ridge of Mullacor, you can see directly to Lugnaquillia, the highest peak in Wicklow, and the surrounding countryside.

Interesting facts about hiking along the Wicklow Way

For seven days, you will follow the famous Wicklow Way. You will walk through the gently rolling Irish landscape on well-marked paths, forest tracks, and partly asphalted sections. Because of the daily hiking times of three to seven hours per day, a good basic level of fitness is recommended.

This tour has been graded as Medium. Find out more about our walking holiday difficulty levels.